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⏰ Quick & Easy: Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights, or anytime you need a nutritious meal without the fuss.
???? Health Benefits: Lean chicken provides high-quality protein for muscle repair and maintenance, while garlic supports immunity. Green beans offer a fiber-rich side, helping with digestion and heart health.
???? Leftovers Love: If you have leftovers, the chicken and beans make a fantastic salad topping for tomorrow’s lunch, adding a protein-rich component.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, thinly sliced or pounded thin
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 4 cups green beans, trimmed and halved
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Season the chicken breasts by rubbing with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of lemon zest.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large sauté pan. Cook the chicken over medium heat on both sides until golden and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and add the remaining olive oil to the pan. Sauté the rest of the garlic for a minute, then add green beans with 1/2 cup of water. Simmer until tender.
- Squeeze a lemon over the beans in the last minute of cooking.
- Serve the chicken with green beans and lemon wedges.